Pakistani players Babar Azam, Mohammad Rizwan, and Shaheen Shah Afridi were denied NOCs for Global T20 League Canada due to their busy schedule from August 2024 to March 2025. The PCB took this decision after discussions with the players and the national selection committee. They are essential for Pakistan’s upcoming matches before the Champions Trophy 2025, including nine Tests, 14 ODIs, and nine T20Is.